What's on SA
Santa's Wonderland.
Adelaide Showground
Santa and his elves have been hard at work getting Santa’s Wonderland ready and bringing the magic of Christmas to life. You’ll be forgiven for thinking you’re at the North Pole, with plenty of festive cheer and activities for kids of all ages. Go ice skating, take a train ride, follow the fun Christmas activity trail, and even meet Santa. Jingle all the way to the Adelaide Showground and celebrate the silly season.
Adelaide Town Hall
What do you get when you combine The Beatles and London’s famous Albert Hall Christmas Proms? A one night-only concert by Australia’s very own fab four as they add their signature ’60s and ’70s twist to the festive season.
Rundle Park/Kadlitpina
If you’re vegan, v-curious or just want to learn how to make veggies taste more appealing, this family and pet-friendly event is for you. Hear guest speakers, check out cooking demos and workshops, listen to live music, peruse market stalls and taste delicious food and drink.
Festival Theatre
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of his third studio album Blackbird, singer-songwriter Dan Sultan is teaming up with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy music from this Australian rock album with its powerhouse riffs, cracking gospel interludes, soul jams and country tones.
Elder Park
Christmas is the air. Get into the festive spirit at the 80th St John Carols by Candlelight. Sing along to all your favourite carols and Christmas songs with a star-studded line-up that includes Dami Im, family-favourite Emma Memma, Adelaide’s own Gospo Collective and more. Entry is free.
Dunstan Playhouse
The smash-hit Broadway production is flying into Adelaide this January. Starring Peter Helliar, Alison Whyte, Colin Lane and Paul Capsis, this prequel to Peter Pan is a spectacular and fantastical adventure the whole family will enjoy.
17–26 January
Santos Tour Down Under
Various locations
Don’t miss the exhilarating Santos Tour Down Under that’ll launch the 2025 international cycling season. While the pros race for the ochre jersey, you can be part of the festivities along the race route. Visit the tour village to enjoy the celebrations, line the streets to watch the competitors or don the Lycra and follow the cyclists.
Murray Bridge Speedway
Start your engines because the Australian Sprintcar Championship is coming to town. Witness the thrilling action of Australia’s best winged sprintcar drivers as they battle it out on the Murray Bridge speedway dirt track.
Various locations
The hills are alive with the sound of souped-up engines and spectators cheering. From dedicated spectator zones, enjoy all the exhilarating action, live music and good food. The event wraps up with the Gouger Street Party in the CBD.
Willunga Recreation Park
Willunga is heating up for two days filled with cooking demonstrations, market stalls and of course, chilli-eating competitions. Once it gets a little spicy for you, kick back in the beer garden with a cooling beverage and chill listening to local live music.
RAA members get a special offer on this event.
Visit raa.com.au/rewards for more information.
*Note: Event details are correct at time of publication. Please consult each event’s website for latest information and attendance advice.
IMAGES: ASO/Daniel Boud; Getty; Mason Digital 2022; Picko’s Photos/Stephen Pickering; Santa’s Wonderland; SATC/Mark Fitzpatrick; TRP.
